2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
